SB155 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Larry Dixon

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Crime of receiving stolen property in the second degree, to include receiving a stolen firearm, Sec. 13A-8-18 am'd.

Summary

SB155 would add receiving a stolen firearm to the crime of receiving stolen property in the second degree, making it a Class C felony regardless of the firearm's value.

What This Bill Does

It amends Section 13A-8-18 to treat receiving a stolen firearm, no matter its value, as second-degree receiving stolen property. Receiving stolen property in the second degree would remain a Class C felony. The bill is stated to be exempt from Amendment 621's local-funding requirements because it defines a new crime or amends an existing crime. It becomes effective on the first day of the third month after it passes and is approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects

• Individuals who receive stolen property, especially firearms, would face a second-degree receiving stolen property charge (Class C felony) regardless of the firearm's value.
• Local governments and the general public would be affected by the bill's exemption from local-funding approval requirements, meaning passage does not require a 2/3 vote or additional local funding controls.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 13A-8-18 to include receiving a stolen firearm, regardless of its value, as receiving stolen property in the second degree.
• Maintains that receiving stolen property in the second degree is a Class C felony.
• States the bill is exempt from Amendment 621's local-funding requirements because it defines a new crime or amends the definition of an existing crime.
• Effective date: the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor.

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Subjects

Crimes and Offenses